covers 70 hectares in Macau, on the banks of the Gironde estuary.
The use of the term 'Cru' is unusual as it can be used to denote both the estate and the wine it produces. In 2006, when Philippe Castel acquired the property, which dates back to 1892, he decided against a name change. Cru la Maqueline, with its distinctive ranch-style architecture, is also home to the elaborate stables which house the family's collection of competitive reining horses. The wine produced here is as unique as the property itself, with a majority Merlot blend.
With Merlot dominating the blend, Cru la Maqueline is a fresh, lively and modern wine, with excellent drinkability. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot make up the rest of the blend, bringing elegance and complexity. Ripe, jammy dark fruit notes are joined by softer aromas of toasted nuts and Moka. This powerful, balanced wine has a silky, smooth mouthfeel.
" My two main passions in life are wine and horse riding. When I discovered Cru la Maqueline in 2006, I was instantly convinced. The large fields that surround the property are perfect both for raising horses and growing vines. That's why I wanted to invest, and that's why I wanted to live there. "
Philippe Castel" My two main passions in life are wine and horse riding. When I discovered Cru la Maqueline in 2006, I was instantly convinced. The large fields that surround the property are perfect both for raising horses and growing vines. That's why I wanted to invest, and that's why I wanted to live there. "
Philippe Castel
